Business Controller for Global Operations Team in a dynamic environment. You will lead financial processes and provide strategic support across various business units globally.
About the role
- Oversee the preparation and timely submission of accurate financial statements and reports.
- Analyze financial results and provide insights to senior management on performance against budgets and forecasts.
- Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
- Lead and manage month end and year end closing activities to group timelines.
- Lead the regional budgeting process, working with department heads to create realistic budgets.
- Monitor and report on budget variances, providing explanations and recommending corrective actions.
- Prepare and update financial forecasts based on the latest data and trends.
- Ensure that all financial operations within the region comply with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage tax compliance of the company in each jurisdiction, with the assistance of the tax consultants where required.
- Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Liaise with auditors during financial audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
- Partner with the wider finance team to implement and apply consistent and standardized global accounting practices and manage compliance with the same.
- Manage, mentor, and develop the regional finance team, ensuring high levels of performance and engagement.
- Foster a collaborative environment and promote continuous learning and professional development.
- Support senior management in strategic planning activities by providing financial insights and analysis.
- Evaluate investment opportunities, cost-saving initiatives, and other financial strategies to enhance profitability.
- Collaborate with regional business units to align financial goals with operational strategies.
- Proactively liaise with the bank, auditors, government agencies, persons and entities related to the job.
- Monitor and manage regional cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for operations.
- Optimize working capital and support treasury functions, including foreign exchange management and banking relationships.
- Review, pay, and record the monthly payroll, including permanent & casual staff and students and their related social security, tax and insurance payments.
- Liaise with our third-party payroll provider to ensure that employees are paid correctly and in a timely manner.
- Work closely with other departments and regions (e.g., Operations, Sales, HR) to support business initiatives and ensure financial objectives are met.
- Act as a financial advisor to regional management, providing guidance on financial implications of business decisions.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks within the region.
- robust risk management practices are in place and aligned with corporate policies.
Requirements
- Fluent in English
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience in audit and international accounting
- Experience working in the European market with strong knowledge of local laws and regulations
- Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong detail and deadline orientation.
Benefits
- Hybrid Office - 13 WFH days per quarter
- Cooperation in a highly motivated, young, international team spread across 3 continents
- An attractive location in a creative and modern office
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